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STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics – four future-oriented fields that play a major role in Saxony. If you are interested in these subjects, you’ve come to the right place. Whether in the automotive industry, microelectronics or medical technology, Saxony offers numerous degree programmes that will optimally prepare you for a career in the STEM world.
Examples of jobs in the STEM sector:
- Software developer
- AI specialist
- IT security analyst
- Mechanical engineer
- Electrical engineer
- Automation expert
- Energy engineer
- Hydrogen technologist
- Environmental manager
- Data scientist
- Statistical analyst
- Financial mathematician
- Materials engineer
- Semiconductor technologist
- Nanoresearcher
STEM sector in Saxony
Saxony is one of the most important technology and innovation centres in Europe. Cities such as Dresden, Leipzig and Chemnitz offer numerous opportunities for careers in STEM subjects thanks to their research centres, companies and universities.
A look at the regions shows how diverse and future-oriented the Free State is: In Zwickau, an important location for the automotive industry, significant progress is being made in electric mobility. Dresden is regarded as the heart of European microelectronics – in 'Silicon Saxony', over 70,000 specialists are working on the technologies of tomorrow.
Future projects such as the German Centre for Astrophysics currently under construction in Görlitz, with an underground laboratory for measuring gravitational waves, are strengthening Saxony’s profile as an internationally important research location. This development is also complemented by the Center for the Transformation of Chemistry (CTC), which is providing new momentum for the chemical industry and structural change with sustainable innovations.
The STEM sector offers you countless opportunities – from traditional engineering professions to cutting-edge research fields. Be inspired by the FACES OF SPIN: spin2030.com/faces-of-spin
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Use our programme search and discover which STEM field suits you best. Whether you are still unsure or already have some concrete ideas, we will help you find your perfect degree programme. Start your future now.